Communication
Communication is an essential skill for all professionals. Verbal and written communication are critical in both academic and non-academic careers. PhD students can demonstrate this skill in presentations, grant proposals, article or thesis writing, and social media communications. Be sure to complete the digital badges for Communication in the PhD Progression online training program.
- PhD Progression ProgramThis is an online training program for BU students that offers individual modules (badges) to support your career and professional development over the course of your PhD and help you prepare for your post-PhD career.
Houston, We Have a Narrative by
Introduction -- Why science needs story -- Science is stuck in a narrative world ... -- And the humanities ought to help ... -- But the humanities are useless for this ... -- Therefore Hollywood to the rescue -- Narrative tools : the WSP model -- Word : the Dobzhansky template -- Sentence : the ABT template -- Paragraph : "the hero's journey" -- The narrative spectrum -- Four case studies --Synthesis -- Science needs story ... -- And Hollywood can help ... -- But narrative training requires a different mindset ... -- Therefore I recommend story circles -- Appendix 1. The narrative tools -- Appendix 2. Narrative vocabulary -- Appendix 3. Twitter "stories."
ISBN: 9780226270982Publication Date: 2015-09-15
Mindful Listening by
Listening is a critical skill for leaders and managers alike, but it's not as easy as it sounds. We often get distracted by what we want to say, rather than focusing on what someone else wants us to hear. But by listening well, you can engage employees, promote the discovery of ideas, and clarify your own thinking. In this book, you'll learn from the latest research what prevents you from hearing others, when to focus on your inner voice, and how to converse more effectively, so you better understand your counterpart's emotions and point of view.
ISBN: 9781633696686Publication Date: 2019
Start with why : how great leaders inspire everyone to take action by
Why are some people and organizations more innovative, more influential, and more profitable than others? Why do some command greater loyalty? In studying the leaders who've had the greatest influence in the world, Simon Sinek discovered that they all think, act, and communicate in the exact same way-and it's the complete opposite of what everyone else does. People like Martin Luther King Jr., Steve Jobs, and the Wright Brothers might have little in common, but they all started with why. Drawing on a wide range of real-life stories, Sinek weaves together a clear vision of what it truly takes to lead and inspire.
ISBN: 9781101149034Publication Date: 2011
- Ten Simple Rules for Improving Communication Among ScientistsThis article presents advice and recommendations on how scientists can promote and improve science communication.
- Getting the word out: how to talk to the public about your researchCommunicating to nonspecialist audiences about research has many benefits for both scientists and clinicians. By using techniques and tools for accessible communication, it is possible to convey complex topics in a clear, engaging and sensitive manner.
- Talking the talk: tips for effective oral presentations in biomedical researchThis article discusses the importance of effective oral presentation skills in the biomedical sciences and then discussed available opportunities and sources of information to develop those skills.
- Science communications matters and how to do it better | Jo Filshie Browning | TEDxBaselHow scientific research is communicated really matters! Every day we make decisions about our health, our lives and our environment based on scientific information. How can we start to make communications an essential and routine part of the scientific process? Jo Filshie Browning is a communications coach dedicated to helping people understand the benefits of science and medicine.
- How to become a better scientific presenter - tips and tricks for scientistsIf you're a scientist, no doubt you have to present your work, be it to your group or at a conference. Media and Presentation Trainer Ali Sargent has a bunch of tips on how to reduce your nerves, how to keep the audience engaged, how to prepare your slides and how to make numbers memorable.
- Strategic CommunicationsCourse Module from the Postdoc Academy. Elevator pitch for research and non-research audiences will be developed.
- BU MyMedia Channel - Professional Development & Postdoctoral AffairsAdditional workshops on this topic may be found here. You will need your BU credentials to log in and see recordings. Professional Development and Postdoctoral Affairs (PDPA) offers a variety of workshops, panels, and other events to guide doctoral students in their career development and exploration. Recordings of past workshops and events can be found on this channel. You can find the slides and related handouts from the recorded workshop sessions in the "attachments" tab under each recording.